Press Release · Lightbridge Academy
Second Annual Lightbridge Academy Golf Outing Raises $30,000 for The Lightbridge Foundation
Distributed by The Playoff Times · Originally issued via PR Newswire
Port St. Lucie brings together golfers in support of the Lightbridge Academy community
ISELIN, N.J., Nov. 4, 2026 — The Lightbridge Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Lightbridge Academy, The Solution for Working Families®, raised $30,000 during its second annual Lightbridge Academy Golf Outing in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The event brought together members of the Lightbridge Academy community to support the nonprofit's mission of providing assistance to children, families, educators and franchise owners during times of need.
Hosted by Al Ferrari, franchise owner of Lightbridge Academy of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Mark Mathias, multi-unit franchise owner in Valhalla and Scarsdale, New York, the outing welcomed 56 golfers for a day of golf and philanthropy. Proceeds from event sponsorships, golfer participation and on-site fundraising will directly support the Foundation's ongoing efforts to strengthen the Lightbridge Academy community.
The Lightbridge Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to championing the health, education and well-being of children and families while providing support to Lightbridge Academy staff, franchise owners and the communities they serve. Since 2001, the Foundation has raised more than $1.9 million for meaningful causes and individuals in need. Fundraising efforts across Lightbridge Academy centers engage parents, children and educators in giving back, helping instill the values of kindness, compassion and service from an early age.
"The Lightbridge Foundation reflects the strength of our community and our commitment to showing up for one another when it matters most," said Audrey Feci, Executive Director of The Lightbridge Foundation. "The funds raised through this year's golf outing will help advance the Foundation's work and provide meaningful support to those who make our network so special. We're grateful to everyone who contributed their time, resources and generosity to make this event possible."
Following the success of this year's fundraiser, Lightbridge Academy plans to host a third annual Lightbridge Academy Golf Outing in Florida in fall 2027. Additional details will be announced at a later date.
To schedule a tour and learn more about Lightbridge Academy's early childhood education programs, visit LightbridgeAcademy.com. If interested in donating to The Lightbridge Foundation, visit LightbridgeAcademy.com/Foundation.
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Established in 1997, the company was founded as a family business based on core values and a Circle of Care philosophy that places equal importance on the needs of children, their families, teachers, center owners, and the community. Lightbridge Academy, Innovators in Educational Child Care®, provides quality early education and child care programs to children aged six weeks through Kindergarten. The company currently has over 200 child care centers either open or in development throughout Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. The Lightbridge Promise also leads the industry as the Gold Standard for health & safety in the child care industry. In 2026, the brand was included in Financial Times' Americas' Fastest Growing Companies list, awarded Franchise Business Review's Franchisee Satisfaction Award, and ranked #129 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 list. In 2026, the brand ranked in Entrepreneur's list of Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners, was featured on Franchise Times Fast & Serious list, and ranked #248 in Franchise Times Top 400 list. For more information or to schedule a center tour, visit LightbridgeAcademy.com.